2009 Fiat Stilo vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Stilo | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Stilo | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
